At the FIFA World Cup 2022, the Japan national team lost to Croatia after a penalty shootout, finishing the tournament in the last 16. Miki Yamane of the Japan national team answered the interview. Q: Looking back on the tournament Yamane: I think the result was very disappointing. Q: How did you watch the match against Croatia from the bench? Yamane: There were many players on the back line after the injury, so we started preparing from an early stage, and we were prepared to play in any situation. , I was preparing while observing the game carefully. Q: What did you feel after playing in the World Cup? Yamane: Of course soccer is soccer, but I think the physical aspect of it is amazing. It’s the same with the size, but I thought about it again. Q: What do you need to do to close that gap? Yamane: First of all, I think that knowing, being intensely aware of it, and cherishing every day is the only way. Q: Did you have a sense of stubbornness as a J.League player? Yamane: Of course, I played as a J.League player, but rather than being stubborn during a match, I try to express what I can to the fullest and play for the sake of Japan’s victory. That’s all I could think of. Q: What kind of stage was the World Cup? Yamane: I think it was a tournament that exceeded my expectations. Q: Looking back on yourself so far Yamane: I was in the position of a complete supporter, but honestly I can’t imagine myself being on this stage since 4 years ago, but I’m trying to do what I can. The results of continuing to do it every day were connected, so I think that what I’ve done was never a mistake. Q: What do I need to do to continue to be a member of the Japanese national team? Yamane: I think that I have to keep this tournament in mind, and do things based on what I experienced and felt here. Q: What do you want to polish from now on? Yamane: Everything. I think there are too many things that are lacking, and I think it is necessary to raise all levels.
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